Spirit Lake Blog

If you spend your summers on our lake resort, or any other lake resort in Minnesota, you know that having fun little towns or cities nearby is a necessity. Whether leaving the resort for the day, or looking for something to do if the weather does not cooperate, having fun little towns nearby makes the summer experience that much better, and Detroit Lakes is one of those fun little towns. Detroit Lakes is perfect for a rainy or sunny day on the town. There is a vibrant downtown for shopping and several boutique shops, like the Nines, have become very successful over the last few years and are now cornerstones of Detroit Lakes downtown. There are also several iconic places to grab a bite such as Zorbaz, Lakeside Tavern, Brygge Taps and Tastes, Spitfire, and many more. Then there is the lake strip, right on Big Detroit Lake, where you can go for a walk or event rent a paddle board to test your sea legs out. Rain or shine Detroit Lakes, Minnesota is a sure to be a good time. Subscribe to our newsletter and blog for more lakes area features on local towns, restaurants, and things to do in the area.